iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max Pre-Orders: Apple started taking pre-orders for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max on September 12, but waiting times have already moved beyond the launch date for most models. Apple says the first phones will reach customers on September 18. That’s also when the new Pro models will arrive in Apple Stores.
Just a couple of days after pre-orders opened, delivery estimates in the US have moved much further. According to the latest Apple Store estimates reported by 9to5Mac, most configurations are now showing October delivery dates.
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iPhone 18 Pro Max Has the Longest Wait
The bigger iPhone 18 Pro Max is seeing the biggest delay right now. New orders in the US are showing an estimated delivery window of October 6 to October 13 across colors and storage options.
That means a person ordering the Pro Max today could be waiting almost a month before the phone arrives. The smaller iPhone 18 Pro is doing a little better, but it’s still not exactly a quick wait.
For the iPhone 18 Pro, Apple is currently showing September 29 to October 6 for all colors and storage configurations in the US.
What’s Behind the iPhone 18 Pro Delivery Delays?
It’s still too soon to know exactly how strong iPhone 18 Pro sales have been. Early reports suggested pre-orders started more slowly than some past iPhone launches, which could mean supply is playing a role in the changing delivery dates.
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Another factor is the new iPhone Duo, Apple’s foldable iPhone. It was announced alongside the Pro models but won’t open for pre-orders until October 16, with sales starting October 23. Some buyers may be waiting to see the foldable phone before deciding which model they want.
Apple has also introduced several major upgrades with the iPhone 18 Pro series. The phones come with a new 48MP Fusion Main camera with variable aperture, the A20 Pro chip and improved battery life. They’re available in Burgundy, Glacier, Black and Silver.
